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Mercedes-Benz A-Class

Red · Petrol · 2003 · 1,397 cc

LR53 LGUMOT history

LR53 LGU is a red petrol Mercedes-Benz A-Class first used on 24 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 70,220 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2023.

LR53 LGU red Mercedes-Benz A-Class – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Nov 2024
Mileage
70,220 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2023
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,467 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 LGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
A-Class
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,397 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 LGU was last recorded at 70,220 miles on 17 Nov 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,219 miles · 13 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
3,467 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 70,220 miles
  • 2022 – 52,894 miles
  • 2021 – 44,583 miles
  • 2020 – 42,220 miles
  • 2019 – 41,809 miles
  • 2018 – 40,944 miles
  • 2017 – 39,948 miles
  • 2016 – 39,063 miles
  • 2015 – 38,213 miles
  • 2014 – 36,552 miles
  • 2013 – 35,157 miles
  • 2012 – 33,317 miles
  • 2011 – 30,990 miles
  • 2010 – 27,288 miles
  • 2009 – 23,930 miles
  • 2008 – 19,560 miles
  • 2007 – 14,266 miles
  • 2006 – 10,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,220 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,220 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    70,220 miles
    Test number
    752828967477
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail70,219 miles (+17,325)4 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,219 miles
    Test number
    951108578468
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass52,894 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    52,894 miles
    Test number
    445738905809
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail52,893 miles (+8,310)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,893 miles
    Test number
    656942635877
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass44,583 miles (+2,363)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    44,583 miles
    Test number
    621775062024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass42,220 miles (+411)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    42,220 miles
    Test number
    192298240908

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass41,809 miles (+865)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    41,809 miles
    Test number
    754653697053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass40,944 miles (+996)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    40,944 miles
    Test number
    216134345092
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer deteriorated
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass39,948 miles (+885)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    39,948 miles
    Test number
    265722560124
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass39,063 miles (+850)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    39,063 miles
    Test number
    163288185619
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated o/s & n/s (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront coil spring corroded o/s & n/s (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass38,213 miles (+1,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    38,213 miles
    Test number
    368257996935
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  12. Pass36,552 miles (+1,395)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    36,552 miles
    Test number
    568234974284
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass35,157 miles (+1,840)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    35,157 miles
    Test number
    348254373465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,317 miles (+2,327)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    33,317 miles
    Test number
    248259972260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass30,990 miles (+3,702)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    30,990 miles
    Test number
    599370091292
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass27,288 miles (+3,358)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    27,288 miles
    Test number
    703451490234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass23,930 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    23,930 miles
    Test number
    991311179278
    • NoteAll other tyres are perishing on outer side walls
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low

  18. Fail23,929 miles (+4,369)1 dangerous2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,929 miles
    Test number
    984261579203
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteAll other tyres are perishing on outer side walls
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low

  19. Pass19,560 miles (+5,294)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    19,560 miles
    Test number
    512020398248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass14,266 miles (+3,845)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    14,266 miles
    Test number
    924496127295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass10,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    10,421 miles
    Test number
    353600836293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail10,421 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,421 miles
    Test number
    524270636256
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Questions about LR53 LGU

Does LR53 LGU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR53 LGU expired on 16 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR53 LGU?
The MOT on LR53 LGU expired on 16 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR53 LGU done?
LR53 LGU was recorded at 70,220 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2023, an average of 3,467 miles a year.
Has LR53 LGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 LGU has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LR53 LGU ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on LR53 LGU find?
LR53 LGU passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2023 with 1 minor defect: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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